Postcode Analysis Swindon, South West

LONSDALE CLOSE, SN26 7AW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LONSDALE CLOSE, SN26 7AW.

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Population

250

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 60,500 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: SN26 7AW represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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5/10
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4/10
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3/10
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6/10
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4/10
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5/10
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6/10
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4/10
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9/10
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Area Character

SN26 7AW has a significant social housing presence — 39% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal. Property prices are trending up 15.8% year-on-year.

home £190,000 median price shield Safety 5/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SN26 7AW is a safe, established residential area on Lonsdale Close, 0.3km from Broad Blunsdon in Broad Blunsdon. Administratively it sits within Blunsdon and Highworth ward and the North Swindon constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, SN26 7AW is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 39% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £190k, up 15.8% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for SN26 7AW are sourced from Output Area E00078248 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SN26 7AW. The average age is 45.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.3%
Asian / British Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean2.1%
Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 190,000

5 sales · Mean £ 191,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

SN26 7AW has low crime rates — 16 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences16
Anti-social behaviour5
Criminal damage and arson5
Drugs1
Possession of weapons1

school Local Schools

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St Leonard's Church of England Primary Academy

Inadequate175 pupils0.1 km
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Abbey Farm Educate Together Primary

1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Best Western Plus Blunsdon House Hotel0.6 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Heart In Hand0.5 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Blunsdon Village Shop0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Swindon5.3 km
  • Kemble18.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Blunt Rise0.1 km
  • Blunt Rise0.1 km
  • Sams Lane Bottom0.1 km
  • Sams Lane Bottom0.1 km
  • Holdcroft Close0.2 km